{"version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1","title":"Genesis Science Report with David Rives","home_page_url":"https://gsr.fireside.fm","feed_url":"https://gsr.fireside.fm/json","description":"Cutting-edge scientific discoveries are presented each week, explained simply from a Biblical historical perspective. America's leading voice in Bible and Science, David Rives reveals God's Fingerprints of Design throughout Creation in this one-hour program, inviting his colleagues, world-renown scientists, to break it down with him. Be educated, inspired, and encouraged as you deepen your Christian faith!","_fireside":{"subtitle":"Where Science and Faith Connects","pubdate":"2025-08-04T18:00:00.000-04:00","explicit":false,"copyright":"2025 by David Rives Ministries","owner":"David Rives Ministries","image":"https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/6/6f73dbdf-73b4-4819-a169-0af9369c9872/cover.jpg?v=1"},"items":[{"id":"ebf1c88a-5f2d-4f43-8abc-041b4970d487","title":"S02 | Ep037 DNA Myths Shattered and Climate Fears Examined","url":"https://gsr.fireside.fm/15","content_text":"In Episode 37 of The Genesis Science Report, we begin with a groundbreaking discussion on synthetic blood—an innovation that could transform emergency medicine and surgery. David Rives examines the promises and perils of this technology, connecting modern bioengineering to the biblical truth that “the life of the flesh is in the blood,” and urging discernment as science pushes the boundaries of life itself.\n\nNext, Dr. Carl Werner joins us to unpack new research that shatters one of evolution’s most repeated claims: that humans and chimpanzees are “98.8% genetically identical.” Werner explains how this figure dominated textbooks and museum exhibits for decades, why new data reveals a far greater genetic gap, and what it means for understanding humanity’s unique design in light of Scripture.\n\nThen, meteorologist and creation researcher Michael Oard addresses media headlines warning of a “collapsing” Atlantic ocean current that could trigger climate catastrophe. Oard examines what the data really shows, separates hype from evidence, and offers a biblical perspective on Earth’s climate resilience—grounding the discussion in history and God’s providence over creation.\n\nAlso featured: a Kids Corner exploring the vast world of arthropods, a Genesis Science Minute on how folded rock layers point to a global Flood, and a Featured Resource spotlighting Genetic Entropy by Dr. John Sanford—a powerful exploration of why genomes are degenerating, not evolving upward.\n\nThis episode bridges cutting‑edge science with timeless biblical truths—affirming that the God who created the heavens still holds every detail in His hands.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn Episode 37 of The Genesis Science Report, we begin with a groundbreaking discussion on synthetic blood—an innovation that could transform emergency medicine and surgery. David Rives examines the promises and perils of this technology, connecting modern bioengineering to the biblical truth that “the life of the flesh is in the blood,” and urging discernment as science pushes the boundaries of life itself.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNext, Dr. Carl Werner joins us to unpack new research that shatters one of evolution’s most repeated claims: that humans and chimpanzees are “98.8% genetically identical.” Werner explains how this figure dominated textbooks and museum exhibits for decades, why new data reveals a far greater genetic gap, and what it means for understanding humanity’s unique design in light of Scripture.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThen, meteorologist and creation researcher Michael Oard addresses media headlines warning of a “collapsing” Atlantic ocean current that could trigger climate catastrophe. Oard examines what the data really shows, separates hype from evidence, and offers a biblical perspective on Earth’s climate resilience—grounding the discussion in history and God’s providence over creation.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso featured: a Kids Corner exploring the vast world of arthropods, a Genesis Science Minute on how folded rock layers point to a global Flood, and a Featured Resource spotlighting Genetic Entropy by Dr. John Sanford—a powerful exploration of why genomes are degenerating, not evolving upward.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis episode bridges cutting‑edge science with timeless biblical truths—affirming that the God who created the heavens still holds every detail in His hands.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Are humans and chimps really nearly identical—and is Earth’s climate on the brink? David Rives explores synthetic blood breakthroughs, Dr. Carl Werner debunks the “98.8% similarity” myth, and Michael Oard examines ocean current collapse claims through a biblical lens.","date_published":"2025-08-04T18:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/6f73dbdf-73b4-4819-a169-0af9369c9872/ebf1c88a-5f2d-4f43-8abc-041b4970d487.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":57010958,"duration_in_seconds":3479}]},{"id":"a65980f6-8132-4a35-be46-5b9d56733358","title":"S02 Ep036 | Exposing Evolution’s Dark Past \u0026 The Real Story of Human Language","url":"https://gsr.fireside.fm/14","content_text":"In Episode 36 of The Genesis Science Report, we kick off with a striking exploration of Utah’s Black Crack—and what it tells us about rapid geological processes and the Creator’s power. David Rives connects the beauty and complexity of Earth’s features to biblical history, challenging the notion that millions of years are required to explain our world.\n\nThen, Dr. Carl Werner, historian of evolutionary theory and author of Untold Stories of Human Evolution, joins us to uncover the uncomfortable truth: early evolutionary scientists were not the champions of unbiased inquiry they’re often portrayed to be. Werner reveals how bigotry and misinformation were spread under the guise of science—shaping education and society in ways few realize.\n\nNext, geneticist Dr. Jeff Tomkins returns to take on a new claim: that human language evolved 135,000 years ago. Drawing from cutting-edge genetics, Dr. Tomkins explains why language is best understood through a biblical lens—starting with Adam and culminating in the confusion at Babel. He shows how genetic patterns actually align with post-Flood human dispersion, not evolutionary models.\n\nAlso featured: a Kids Corner on the surprising properties of bismuth, a Genesis Science Minute on the mysteries of Uranus, and a Featured Resource that explores the overwhelming evidence for Noah’s Flood in The Ark and the Darkness.\n\nFrom geology to language, this episode cuts through secular assumptions and highlights the biblical truths science continues to affirm.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn Episode 36 of The Genesis Science Report, we kick off with a striking exploration of Utah’s Black Crack—and what it tells us about rapid geological processes and the Creator’s power. David Rives connects the beauty and complexity of Earth’s features to biblical history, challenging the notion that millions of years are required to explain our world.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThen, Dr. Carl Werner, historian of evolutionary theory and author of Untold Stories of Human Evolution, joins us to uncover the uncomfortable truth: early evolutionary scientists were not the champions of unbiased inquiry they’re often portrayed to be. Werner reveals how bigotry and misinformation were spread under the guise of science—shaping education and society in ways few realize.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNext, geneticist Dr. Jeff Tomkins returns to take on a new claim: that human language evolved 135,000 years ago. Drawing from cutting-edge genetics, Dr. Tomkins explains why language is best understood through a biblical lens—starting with Adam and culminating in the confusion at Babel. He shows how genetic patterns actually align with post-Flood human dispersion, not evolutionary models.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso featured: a Kids Corner on the surprising properties of bismuth, a Genesis Science Minute on the mysteries of Uranus, and a Featured Resource that explores the overwhelming evidence for Noah’s Flood in The Ark and the Darkness.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom geology to language, this episode cuts through secular assumptions and highlights the biblical truths science continues to affirm.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Saturn moons discovery, exploration and humility, intelligent life inevitability, Paul Nelson, intelligent design, evolution debate, David Coppedge, resurrection and information theory, biblical resurrection, creation science, flood legends, Dead Sea Scrolls, Genesis Science Report, David Rives, astronomy vs astrology","date_published":"2025-07-28T18:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/6f73dbdf-73b4-4819-a169-0af9369c9872/a65980f6-8132-4a35-be46-5b9d56733358.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":57915728,"duration_in_seconds":3506}]},{"id":"7b7cf0e2-8919-4d1d-8176-b28cec6e9287","title":"S02 Ep035 | Saturn’s New Moons and the Secrets of Resurrection","url":"https://gsr.fireside.fm/13","content_text":"In Episode 35 of The Genesis Science Report, we begin with an incredible discovery: 128 new moons around Saturn, reminding us that even in our solar system, exploration is far from over. David Rives draws a powerful connection between new scientific discoveries and the humility modeled by Job in Scripture—there’s always more to learn about God’s vast creation.\n\nThen, Dr. Paul Nelson, philosopher of biology and Senior Fellow at the Discovery Institute, joins us to examine a new scientific claim: that intelligent life is inevitable given enough time. Dr. Nelson unpacks the flaws in this “hard steps” model of evolution and shows why—even with updated theories—the evidence points more clearly to intelligent design, not random chance.\n\nFinally, David Coppedge, former NASA systems engineer and science journalist, tackles a deep theological and scientific question: How can God resurrect bodies that have turned to dust? Drawing from his background in system backups and information theory, Coppedge reveals why identity is rooted in information, not atoms—and why resurrection is a promise we can believe with confidence.\n\nAlso featured: a Kids Corner on the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls, a Genesis Science Minute separating astronomy from astrology, and a Featured Resource highlighting global flood legends that support the biblical narrative.\n\nThis episode connects new scientific frontiers to ancient biblical truths—affirming that the God who created the heavens still holds every detail in His hands.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn Episode 35 of The Genesis Science Report, we begin with an incredible discovery: 128 new moons around Saturn, reminding us that even in our solar system, exploration is far from over. 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Drawing from his background in system backups and information theory, Coppedge reveals why identity is rooted in information, not atoms—and why resurrection is a promise we can believe with confidence.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso featured: a Kids Corner on the discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls, a Genesis Science Minute separating astronomy from astrology, and a Featured Resource highlighting global flood legends that support the biblical narrative.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis episode connects new scientific frontiers to ancient biblical truths—affirming that the God who created the heavens still holds every detail in His hands.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Is life in the universe inevitable—or is it designed? David Rives tackles new research challenging evolutionary assumptions with Dr. Paul Nelson. Then, David Coppedge explains how the science of information gives us confidence in the biblical promise of resurrection.","date_published":"2025-07-21T18:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/6f73dbdf-73b4-4819-a169-0af9369c9872/7b7cf0e2-8919-4d1d-8176-b28cec6e9287.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":58131139,"duration_in_seconds":3507}]},{"id":"9600658c-1e76-412a-9d99-8a98b44ab1d7","title":"S02 Ep034 | Project 2025, Prayer, and Proof of God’s Design","url":"https://gsr.fireside.fm/12","content_text":"In Episode 34 of The Genesis Science Report, we open with an important question: Can science stay true to its purpose when political agendas threaten to rewrite the rules? David Rives dives into the implications of Project 2025, highlighting the growing tension between genuine scientific inquiry and ideological influence—and why separating science from politics matters more than ever.\n\nNext, wildlife educator Michael Maughon is back with another round of live animal demonstrations. Through claws, scales, and surprising adaptations, Michael showcases the brilliant designs God placed into each creature—reminding us that nature points directly to the Creator.\n\nFinally, science journalist David Coppedge tackles a profound theological question: How can God hear billions of prayers at once? Using analogies from computer science and his own experience at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Coppedge helps bridge science and faith to reveal why God’s omnipotence makes every prayer personal.\n\nAlso featured: a Kids Corner on the giant sauropods, a Genesis Science Minute asking where you place your faith, and a Featured Resource offering a biblical guide to North American dinosaurs.\n\nThis episode blends scientific integrity, live animal encounters, and deep theological reflection—unpacking truth from every angle.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn Episode 34 of The Genesis Science Report, we open with an important question: Can science stay true to its purpose when political agendas threaten to rewrite the rules? David Rives dives into the implications of Project 2025, highlighting the growing tension between genuine scientific inquiry and ideological influence—and why separating science from politics matters more than ever.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNext, wildlife educator Michael Maughon is back with another round of live animal demonstrations. Through claws, scales, and surprising adaptations, Michael showcases the brilliant designs God placed into each creature—reminding us that nature points directly to the Creator.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, science journalist David Coppedge tackles a profound theological question: How can God hear billions of prayers at once? Using analogies from computer science and his own experience at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Coppedge helps bridge science and faith to reveal why God’s omnipotence makes every prayer personal.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso featured: a Kids Corner on the giant sauropods, a Genesis Science Minute asking where you place your faith, and a Featured Resource offering a biblical guide to North American dinosaurs.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis episode blends scientific integrity, live animal encounters, and deep theological reflection—unpacking truth from every angle.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Can science remain objective in a politically charged world? David Rives tackles Project 2025 and the politicization of science. Then, Michael Maughon returns with live animals that showcase incredible design, and David Coppedge explores how God can hear every prayer—no matter how many are being spoken.","date_published":"2025-07-14T18:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/6f73dbdf-73b4-4819-a169-0af9369c9872/9600658c-1e76-412a-9d99-8a98b44ab1d7.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":57780919,"duration_in_seconds":3503}]},{"id":"7a69fc7e-9481-404f-9e8f-abf9acd3d8ed","title":"S02 Ep033 | Satanic Schools and Space Billionaires? What They’re Not Telling You","url":"https://gsr.fireside.fm/11","content_text":"In Episode 33 of The Genesis Science Report, we begin with an unsettling headline: The Satanic Temple plans to open its own private school. David Rives explores what this means for the cultural and spiritual battles being waged in education today. Is this just a publicity stunt—or a serious threat to the next generation?\n\nThen, author and apologist Bodie Hodge joins us to expose the deeper worldview war behind the rise of movements like this. He explains how modern Satanism borrows heavily from Christian moral language—and how believers can stand firm in truth without fear.\n\nLater, Dr. Jake Hebert, physicist and researcher at the Institute for Creation Research, shares fascinating fossil evidence suggesting that prehistoric crocodiles and other creatures lived far longer than their modern counterparts. Could this longevity hint at the extreme ages recorded in Genesis—and challenge the evolutionary timeline?\n\nAlso in this episode: a Kids Corner warning about poison ivy, a Genesis Science Minute on Earth’s unique habitability, and a Featured Resource offering a biblical view of the Grand Canyon’s formation.\n\nThis episode takes you from cultural headlines to ancient fossils—all with a biblical lens.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn Episode 33 of The Genesis Science Report, we begin with an unsettling headline: The Satanic Temple plans to open its own private school. David Rives explores what this means for the cultural and spiritual battles being waged in education today. Is this just a publicity stunt—or a serious threat to the next generation?\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThen, author and apologist Bodie Hodge joins us to expose the deeper worldview war behind the rise of movements like this. He explains how modern Satanism borrows heavily from Christian moral language—and how believers can stand firm in truth without fear.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLater, Dr. Jake Hebert, physicist and researcher at the Institute for Creation Research, shares fascinating fossil evidence suggesting that prehistoric crocodiles and other creatures lived far longer than their modern counterparts. Could this longevity hint at the extreme ages recorded in Genesis—and challenge the evolutionary timeline?\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso in this episode: a Kids Corner warning about poison ivy, a Genesis Science Minute on Earth’s unique habitability, and a Featured Resource offering a biblical view of the Grand Canyon’s formation.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis episode takes you from cultural headlines to ancient fossils—all with a biblical lens.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Is the future of education under spiritual attack? David Rives dives into the shocking plans for a Satanic private school. Then, Bodie Hodge unpacks the worldview clash behind the headlines, and Dr. Jake Hebert presents fossil evidence that ancient creatures may have lived far longer than scientists previously thought.","date_published":"2025-07-07T18:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/6f73dbdf-73b4-4819-a169-0af9369c9872/7a69fc7e-9481-404f-9e8f-abf9acd3d8ed.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":58177695,"duration_in_seconds":3499}]},{"id":"dfada25d-fc5e-4159-868f-34e07fea6b24","title":"S02 Ep032 | Playing God? The Shocking Science Behind Extinct Species Resurrection","url":"https://gsr.fireside.fm/10","content_text":"In Episode 32 of The Genesis Science Report, we begin with a bold question at the crossroads of science and ethics: Should we bring extinct animals back to life? David Rives examines the recent efforts to revive the dire wolf using genetic engineering, exploring the scientific achievements—and the deep moral and theological questions—surrounding de-extinction.\n\nNext, wildlife educator and creation advocate Michael Maughon joins us for a hands-on segment featuring live animals in the studio. From scales to fur, Michael shows how the intricate designs of God’s creatures testify to brilliant, intentional craftsmanship.\n\nFinally, Dr. Stuart Burgess, professor of engineering design at Bristol and Liberty University, explains how scientists are studying bird wings to improve aircraft. Recent research shows how features like covert feathers naturally prevent stalling—something engineers are still trying to replicate. Dr. Burgess demonstrates why even our best human designs can’t match the complexity and efficiency of what God has built into creation.\n\nAlso in this episode: a Kids Corner on the strange and diverse world of starfish, a Genesis Science Minute on Darwin’s forgotten flaws, and a Featured Resource unpacking the truth about the Ice Age from a biblical perspective.\n\nThis episode blends cutting-edge science with timeless truths—revealing how both innovation and nature point us back to the Creator.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn Episode 32 of The Genesis Science Report, we begin with a bold question at the crossroads of science and ethics: Should we bring extinct animals back to life? David Rives examines the recent efforts to revive the dire wolf using genetic engineering, exploring the scientific achievements—and the deep moral and theological questions—surrounding de-extinction.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNext, wildlife educator and creation advocate Michael Maughon joins us for a hands-on segment featuring live animals in the studio. From scales to fur, Michael shows how the intricate designs of God’s creatures testify to brilliant, intentional craftsmanship.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, Dr. Stuart Burgess, professor of engineering design at Bristol and Liberty University, explains how scientists are studying bird wings to improve aircraft. Recent research shows how features like covert feathers naturally prevent stalling—something engineers are still trying to replicate. Dr. Burgess demonstrates why even our best human designs can’t match the complexity and efficiency of what God has built into creation.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso in this episode: a Kids Corner on the strange and diverse world of starfish, a Genesis Science Minute on Darwin’s forgotten flaws, and a Featured Resource unpacking the truth about the Ice Age from a biblical perspective.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis episode blends cutting-edge science with timeless truths—revealing how both innovation and nature point us back to the Creator.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Should we resurrect extinct animals? David Rives tackles the ethical dilemmas behind de-extinction technology. Then, wildlife educator Michael Maughon brings live creatures into the studio, and Dr. Stuart Burgess reveals how bird wings are teaching engineers to solve modern aviation challenges.","date_published":"2025-06-30T18:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/6f73dbdf-73b4-4819-a169-0af9369c9872/dfada25d-fc5e-4159-868f-34e07fea6b24.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":57635579,"duration_in_seconds":3509}]},{"id":"0fa2ab4a-7261-4964-bd4a-649036a5c07e","title":"S02 Ep031 | Geodes, Geckos \u0026 God’s Hidden Wonders","url":"https://gsr.fireside.fm/9","content_text":"In Episode 31 of The Genesis Science Report, we begin with an exploration of a remarkable idea rooted in both Scripture and science: Was the entire Earth once covered in water? David Rives unpacks new research on Earth’s mantle water storage—and connects it to the biblical Flood narrative. Could this “water world” model reshape how we think about Earth’s past, future space travel, and our role as stewards of God’s creation?\n\nNext, wildlife educator Michael Maughon joins us in-studio with live reptiles to discuss a groundbreaking discovery: geckos have a sixth sense. Recent studies reveal these creatures can detect low-frequency ground vibrations through their inner ear—a feature that may extend to other reptiles as well. What does this mean for how animals communicate, survive, and showcase divine design?\n\nFinally, science writer Doug Velting introduces us to a creature that often gets overlooked: the porcupine. With up to 30,000 quills, an internal antibiotic system, and impressive climbing skills, the North American porcupine is more than a defense machine—it’s a masterclass in survival and intentional engineering. Doug walks us through the design features, behaviors, and global diversity of this slow but spectacular animal.\n\nAlso in this episode: a Kids Corner on the secret beauty of geodes, a Genesis Science Minute on blood clotting, and a Featured Resource highlighting fifty Ph.D. scientists who affirm a six-day creation.\n\nThis week’s episode celebrates creatures great and small—each one designed with care, purpose, and a story that points back to the Creator.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn Episode 31 of The Genesis Science Report, we begin with an exploration of a remarkable idea rooted in both Scripture and science: Was the entire Earth once covered in water? David Rives unpacks new research on Earth’s mantle water storage—and connects it to the biblical Flood narrative. Could this “water world” model reshape how we think about Earth’s past, future space travel, and our role as stewards of God’s creation?\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNext, wildlife educator Michael Maughon joins us in-studio with live reptiles to discuss a groundbreaking discovery: geckos have a sixth sense. Recent studies reveal these creatures can detect low-frequency ground vibrations through their inner ear—a feature that may extend to other reptiles as well. What does this mean for how animals communicate, survive, and showcase divine design?\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, science writer Doug Velting introduces us to a creature that often gets overlooked: the porcupine. With up to 30,000 quills, an internal antibiotic system, and impressive climbing skills, the North American porcupine is more than a defense machine—it’s a masterclass in survival and intentional engineering. Doug walks us through the design features, behaviors, and global diversity of this slow but spectacular animal.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso in this episode: a Kids Corner on the secret beauty of geodes, a Genesis Science Minute on blood clotting, and a Featured Resource highlighting fifty Ph.D. scientists who affirm a six-day creation.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis week’s episode celebrates creatures great and small—each one designed with care, purpose, and a story that points back to the Creator.\u003c/p\u003e","summary":"Could the Earth have once been completely submerged? David Rives explores the “water world” hypothesis and its alignment with Scripture. Then, Michael Maughon reveals a gecko’s hidden “sixth sense,” and Doug Velting dives into the surprising design and defense of the humble porcupine.","date_published":"2025-06-23T18:00:00.000-04:00","attachments":[{"url":"https://aphid.fireside.fm/d/1437767933/6f73dbdf-73b4-4819-a169-0af9369c9872/0fa2ab4a-7261-4964-bd4a-649036a5c07e.mp3","mime_type":"audio/mpeg","size_in_bytes":85774764,"duration_in_seconds":3509}]},{"id":"93ebf3ea-cfa0-4081-9efe-701fd94d89f8","title":"S02 Ep030 | CRISPR Unleashed: What Could Go Wrong?","url":"https://gsr.fireside.fm/8","content_text":"In Episode 30 of The Genesis Science Report, we begin with a powerful exploration of CRISPR, the revolutionary gene-editing tool transforming science and medicine. Host David Rives unpacks its exciting potential for curing disease—and the sobering ethical risks of tampering with the building blocks of life. Could this be a modern Tower of Babel moment for science?\n\nThen we’re joined by wildlife expert and creation speaker Michael Maughon, who brings live birds to the studio to tackle a fascinating evolutionary puzzle: Where did feathers come from? Despite decades of research, scientists still admit they don’t know. Together, we explore why feathers—lightweight, waterproof, and structurally complex—point to intelligent design, not random chance.\n\nFinally, science journalist and former NASA consultant David Coppedge returns to help us address one of humanity’s biggest questions: Are we alone in the universe? With thousands of exoplanets now confirmed, many believe extraterrestrial life is inevitable. But what would intelligent life beyond Earth mean for Christianity, and does the Bible leave room for that possibility? Coppedge offers thoughtful, grounded insight on how science and Scripture intersect in this cosmic debate.\n\nAlso featured: a Kids Corner on bears, a Genesis Science Minute on biblical “kinds” vs. species, and a powerful resource unpacking the Tower of Babel and the origins of civilization.\n\nThis episode takes you from the genetic code to distant stars—all through the lens of faith and science.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn Episode 30 of The Genesis Science Report, we begin with a powerful exploration of CRISPR, the revolutionary gene-editing tool transforming science and medicine. Host David Rives unpacks its exciting potential for curing disease—and the sobering ethical risks of tampering with the building blocks of life. Could this be a modern Tower of Babel moment for science?\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThen we’re joined by wildlife expert and creation speaker Michael Maughon, who brings live birds to the studio to tackle a fascinating evolutionary puzzle: Where did feathers come from? Despite decades of research, scientists still admit they don’t know. Together, we explore why feathers—lightweight, waterproof, and structurally complex—point to intelligent design, not random chance.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, science journalist and former NASA consultant David Coppedge returns to help us address one of humanity’s biggest questions: Are we alone in the universe? With thousands of exoplanets now confirmed, many believe extraterrestrial life is inevitable. But what would intelligent life beyond Earth mean for Christianity, and does the Bible leave room for that possibility? 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When the Bible says “dry land appeared,” was it truly dry? Dr. Wilson explores how the Hebrew word yabbashah, paired with soil physics, suggests a life-sustaining Earth optimized for immediate vegetation—reshaping how we understand Day 3 of Creation.\n\nLater in the program, David Coppedge, a former NASA systems engineer and science journalist, joins us to answer a timeless question: If the universe is so massive, how can God still care about us? 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Spike explores the science behind this idea and its potential impact on our understanding of the cosmos through a creationist lens.\n\nLater, Colonel Jeff Williams, a NASA astronaut who has logged over 500 days in space, joins us in-studio. Drawing from his extraordinary experiences on four missions—including long-duration stays on the ISS—Colonel Williams shares how astronauts prepare for the unknown, what it’s like to be delayed in orbit, and how his Christian faith grounded him while gazing down at Earth from 250 miles above.\n\nPlus, we answer a tough viewer question on dinosaurs and the flood, feature a fascinating segment on the chambered nautilus, and spotlight Dinosaurs: Marvels of God’s Design in our Featured Resource.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn Episode 28 of The Genesis Science Report, we’re going from the deepest corners of space to life aboard the ISS.\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, David Rives welcomes engineer-turned-creation speaker Spike Psarris to break down a radical new hypothesis: that black holes may be producing dark energy—the mysterious force accelerating our universe’s expansion. Is modern cosmology missing something big? 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Could it be evidence of intelligent design?\nJoin David Rives on tonight’s episode of The Genesis Science Report as we explore the profound connection between mathematics and music—a connection that echoes the divine order found in creation. Discover how ancient truths, cutting-edge science, and biblical insight reveal that harmony is no accident.\n\nFrom Pythagoras to pipe organs, and even modern cochlear implants, we’ll uncover how mathematical precision in sound points to a Creator. 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You’ll get a hands-on look at the incredible design of ducks and how their features challenge evolutionary assumptions.\n\nThen, Dr. Brian Thomas, a leading researcher in fossil biochemistry, returns to discuss groundbreaking findings of preserved collagen in dinosaur bones. What does this discovery mean for the age of these fossils? Could this be more evidence that the Earth is much younger than mainstream science claims?\n\nPlus, David breaks down the rise of global satellite internet and the implications of Starlink technology for exploration, research, and even personal solitude. Is this the next step in human connectivity—or are we trading privacy and peace for endless access?\n\nJoin us as we examine these topics and more, always from a biblical worldview.","content_html":"\u003cp\u003eIn this episode of The Genesis Science Report, David Rives explores the delicate balance between scientific discovery and biblical truth. 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